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Sr Lawyer - Italy (They/He/She)

Legal, Milan, Italy

If you’re here, it’s because you’re looking for an exciting ride. 

A ride that will fuel up your ambitions to take on a new challenge and stretch yourself beyond your comfort zone. 

We’ll deliver a non-vanilla culture built on talent, where we work to amplify the impact on millions of people, paving the way forward together. 

Not your usual app. We are the fastest-growing multi-category app connecting millions of users with businesses, and couriers, offering on-demand services from more than 170,000 local restaurants, grocers and supermarkets, and high street retail stores. We operate in more than 1500 cities across 23 countries. 

Together we revolutionise the way people connect with their everyday needs, from delivering essentials to connecting our ecosystem of users through innovative solutions powered by technology. For us, every day is filled with purpose.

What makes our ride unique? 

🤝 Our culture and strong values. 

💪 Our career development philosophy. 

🤝 Our commitment to being a force for good. 

We have a vision: Building the largest marketplace in your city, to give access to anything in minutes. And this is where your ride starts.

YOUR MISSION

Glovo keeps growing day after day, that's why we are looking for an experienced and hands-on Sr. Lawyer that will work with the Italian Legal Team of the company and with the HQ legal team on managing the day to day implications in the business.

THE JOURNEY

  • Have a 360º role, providing legal support and guidance across all departments of the business
  • Commercial and Consumer Law: Provide strategic advice and assessment on the launch of new verticals, projects, commercial activities, and operational challenges across the organization. Review, analyse, negotiate and draft all kind of contracts and agreements with all the players involved in the business ecosystem
  • Labour expertise: Manage requests and inspections from labor authorities, while also developing strategies and preparing cases for labor jurisdiction trials in collaboration with external lawyers 
  • Governance, risk, and compliance: contribute to the drafting and revision of local policies and procedures while ensuring their effective local implementation. Develop and deliver training programs on compliance-related documents, working closely with global stakeholders. Lead internal assessments, investigations, and mitigation efforts. 
  • Expertise in Legislative Decree 231/2001: ensure compliance with legislative requirements, provide strategic counsel on risk mitigation, and advise on the implementation and maintenance of 231/2001-compliant practices (including drafting protocols and liaising with the Supervisory Body). 
  • Demonstrate adaptability and a problem-solving mindset—resolve unforeseen challenges through hands-on involvement and proactive solutions 
  • Take ownership of complex and cross-departmental legal projects, ensuring their successful delivery while collaborating with and managing inputs from various internal teams. 
  • Manage growing responsibilities, such as independently handling projects and coordinating other legal team members on complex tasks and initiatives. 
  • This role requires a candidate ready to adapt and thrive in a fast-paced, evolving business environment, balancing strategic vision with meticulous attention to legal compliance. Strong leadership and cross-functional collaboration skills are critical for success.

WHAT YOU WILL BRING TO THE RIDE

  • At least 7 years of combined in-house counsel and law firm experience with proven track record in employment law, commercial contracts and corporate law
  • Native Italian speaker
  • Advanced English (speaking and drafting)
  • Knowledge of other languages is a plus 
  • Knowledge of other fields of law (litigation and data protection are a plus)
  • Highly motivated in the world of start-ups and new technologies
  • Problem solver, Multitasking, Thinking out of the box, Organized and detail-oriented person
  • International profile, able to work in a flexible, collaborative, and multidisciplinary environment
  • An empathetic, inclusive and curious attitude

Individuals representing diverse profiles, and abilities, encompassing various genders, ethnicities, and backgrounds, are less likely to apply for this role if they do not possess solid experience in 100% of these areas. Even if it seems you don't meet our musts don't let it stop you, we are all about finding the best talent out there! Skills can be learned, and embracing diversity is invaluable.

We believe driven talent deserves:

  • 🌟 An enticing equity plan that lets you own a piece of the action.
  • 💪 Top-notch private health insurance to keep you at your peak.
  • 🍔 Monthly Glovo credit to satisfy your cravings!
  • 💳 Discounts on transportation, food, and even kindergarten expenses.
  • 🏊 Discounted gym memberships to keep you energized.
  • 🏖️ Extra time off, the freedom to work from home two days a week, and the opportunity to work from anywhere for up to three weeks a year!
  • 👪 Enhanced parental leave
  • 🧠 Online therapy and wellbeing benefits to ensure your mental well-being.

Here at Glovo, we thrive on diversity, we believe it enhances our teams, products, and culture. We know that the best ideas come from a mashup of brilliant diverse minds. This is why we are committed to providing equal opportunities to talent from all backgrounds - all genders, racial/diverse backgrounds, abilities, ages, sexual orientations and all other unique characteristics that make you YOU. We will encourage you to bring your authentic self to work, fostering an inclusive environment where everyone feels heard. 

Feel free to note your pronouns in your application (e.g., she/her/hers, he/him/his, they/them/theirs, etc).

So, ready to take the wheel and make this the ride of your life? 

Delve into our culture by taking a peek at our Instagram and check out our Linkedin and website!

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Sr Lawyer - Italy (They/He/She)

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This survey will not affect the selection process. 

Glovo is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All people will be considered for employment regardless of their gender identity, sexual orientation, race/ethnicity, neurodiversity or disability status, family or parental status, nationality, religion or other personal characteristics and backgrounds that make us as humans unique. 

 

This demographic voluntary survey helps Glovo understand our pipeline and ensure that all candidates have equal opportunities during the entire hiring process.

This survey also allows us to improve our process and systems ensuring we build a more inclusive company. If you decide to share voluntarily your personal information with us, all the information you provide will be, under all circumstances. Find out more about our Identity Survey and Statement here.

 

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